1952-1954 Lincoln Capri

The 1952-1954 Lincoln Capri was the replacement for the Cosmopolitan as Lincoln's top of the line series. It was offered in three body styles. Both series rode a new 123-inch-wheelbase chassis with newly designed ball joint front suspension, recirculating-ball power steering, and jumbo drum brakes.

In the engine room was Ford Motor Company's first overhead-valve V-8,
which would be extended to Ford and Mercury (with reduced displacement) for
1954. For 1953, the Lincoln V-8 produced more power per cubic inch (0.64) than
any of its competitors.

Styling changed completely too, with a more
contemporary squared-off look, clean almost to the point of being plain, and
again uncomfortably similar to Mercurys of these years.

Extensive sound
deadening enhanced refinement, and the optional air conditioning system
featured flow-through ventilation. These Lincolns are highly regarded today for
their superlative performance in the Carrera Panamericana (Mexican Road Race)
in these years.